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Kingston Lake State Forest Campground
Kingston Lake State Forest Campground
This rustic campground offers 16 tent and small trailer sites, almost entirely surrounded by water and perfect for paddling. Situated on the edge of the northern edge of the Kingston Plains, the location is a reminder of the 1800s logging boom.
The Fox River Pathway takes visitors four miles to Lake Superior. Kingston Lake is the closest state forest campground to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.
The campground is located 18.8 miles southwest of Grand Marais via H-58.
Amenities & activities
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At a glance
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Detailed view
Boat launch
Fishing
Hiking
Hunting
ORV trails or routes
Paddling
Picnic area
Rustic sites
Snowmobiling
Snowshoeing
Vault toilet
Water access
Winter camping
Boat launch
A boat launch is located on Kingston Lake. No-wake rules are in place.
Fishing
Muskie, bluegill, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass and walleye are caught in Kingston Lake. Nearby fishing opportunities include Gemini Lake (11 miles southwest) and Beaver Lake (12 miles west).
Hiking
Hunting
This campground provides access to state land open to hunting. Firearm hunting is not allowed within 450 feet of an occupied dwelling. Learn more about hunting.
ORV trails or routes
The operation of an ORV between the campground and nearby trails is allowed. Trail 8 is adjacent to the campground.
Paddling
Explore Kingston Lake from the campground. Carry-in access is located approximately 10 yards from the parking area or directly from some campsites.
Picnic area
A picnic area is on the south side of the campground. There are two picnic tables.
Rustic sites
Snowmobiling
The operation of a snowmobile between the campground and nearby trails is allowed.
Snowshoeing
Vault toilet
Water access
This rustic campground is located on Kingston Lake.
Winter camping
This rustic campground is open all year; however, the campground and seasonal roads are not plowed.
What to expect, finding a site
These rustic campgrounds offer stunning river and lakefront settings, perfect for fishing, boating, and paddling. Here's what you can expect:
- No reservations. Sites available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- There are vault toilets.
- Potable (drinking) water is available from a hand-pump well.
- No electrical available.
- Overnight fees ($20 for most sites) and registration procedures are posted at the information kiosk at each campground.
- Camping is limited to a 15-day maximum stay.
- One camping unit and six people are allowed per site.
Area map
Rates, dates and more
Recreation Passport required
A Recreation Passport (park pass) is required for vehicle entry into all state park and forest campgrounds.
Operating dates and amenities
View state forest campground rates. operating dates & amenities
State forest campground info
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